Cabinet Molding/Trim
Adding moldings to your kitchen cabinets can visually transform ordinary to beautiful. And no matter which style you choose, moldings can add depth, detail, and richness to your kitchen. They’ve been around for centuries, with early examples dating back to ancient Greece. Now we use them as decorative elements in our homes.
Molding, especially decorative moldings, will add new design elements to your cabinetry. The result is a room with a lot more character.
The moldings you choose are a matter of personal taste and they provide a finishing touch for kitchen cabinets. There are different kinds of moldings available to match every possible kitchen design. These are the most common ones used in American kitchens.
Crown Molding:
A decorative trim that sits at the top of the cabinet and provides a smooth transition from the cabinet to the ceiling is called crown molding. It comes in many shapes and sizes and adds detail that’s pleasing to the eye and indicative of the homeowner’s style.
Riser Molding:
Riser molding paired with crown molding helps to raise the crown a bit higher to allow it to bond with the ceiling. This is a great choice if your crown molding isn’t quite thick enough to reach the ceiling and you want to close off the gap above your cabinets.
Light Rail Molding:
Also known as a light rail, molding on the bottom of cabinets helps conceal under cabinet lighting. Light molding offers a huge impact for your dollar. It’s often available as a standard cabinetry feature in many styles and lengths, meaning it has almost no impact on a budget.
Base Molding:
This cabinet molding is also known as the bottom molding. Base moldings are great if you want your cabinets to look like a piece of furniture. It’s a great way to dress up your cabinetry and give it a fluid and continuous look.
Beadboard:
Looks great in farm, rustic, contemporary or beach kitchens. Beadboard gives cabinets a clean aesthetic and is a simple method to add character complexity to plain cabinets. Beadboard is a classic design element whether your home leans towards modern or coastal design. It’s an inexpensive way to add warmth and character to your cabinets.
Shadow Box Molding:
Sometimes known as shadow box trim, box paneling, picture frame molding, shadow box molding or shadow box wainscoting… the names are endless, but the style is truly timeless. Adding this style of trim can help elevate the room, creating charm and interest where there was little. If your looking for texture and a more formal, elevated look for your cabinets, shadow box molding might be just the ticket!